Truck Driver

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants SALARY Starting Salary $ 23.50hr Company Description Ippolito International is a second-generation farming company providing year-round supplies of Queen Victoria and Coast King brand vegetables. As North America’s largest supplier of fresh Brussels sprouts, we offer various mainstream and specialty produce items. We pride ourselves on delivering “large company” volumes with a “small company” customer service experience. Job Description Equipment movers are responsible for transporting produce from the first point of process to a predesignated cooling facility, transporting packing materials between the company’s carton yard and harvest locations, and transferring harvest machinery between fields.Drivers must be able to pull trailers ranging from 20 feet to 53 feet, including doubles, while obeying all DOT regulations and company policies. Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and DOT medical certificate.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and document vehicle condition.
• Safely load, unload, and secure loads in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Transport produce, materials, and equipment between designated locations.
• Pick up and deliver empty materials as needed.
• Maintain and care for driver equipment (e.g., v-boards, tarps, ropes, pallets).
• Accurately complete driving logs and equipment movement reports.
• Communicate professionally with dispatchers, supervisors, and plant personnel.
• Follow all safety standards and vehicle operation procedures.
• Cross-train and assist other staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skill/Qualification Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in produce and equipment transportation preferred.
• Ability to operate tractors, harvest machines, and trailers safely.
• Ability to climb onto equipment and trailers (up to 8 steps).
• Must be able to work independently and identify/report hazards.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required; must be able to read, write, and complete DOT logbooks.
• Familiarity with basic technology (smartphones, tablets, handheld devices).
• Must maintain a clean driving record and insurability.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and team-oriented.
• Must comply with all company policies, including safety, food safety, and labor relations

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, uneven, muddy walking surfaces and outside weather conditions which may include temperatures below 50°F or temperatures above 90°F. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, climb and use hands and arms to finger, handle, squeeze, feel and reach. The employee must be able to lift, carry and push up to 60 pounds. Nothing in this job description restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibility to this job at any time.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYER

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other factor that may be protected by law. This policy extends to all employees and includes all aspects of the employment relationship.

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